B W R D S P

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Visit of Worthy Secretary Irrigation Department
The Worthy Secretary, Irrigation Department, Government of Balochistan, Mr. Sohail-ur-Rehman, visited the Balochistan Water Resources Building (BWRB), Quetta.

During the visit, Mr. Sufyan Samim Khan, Project Director, BWRDSP, delivered a comprehensive presentation on the Project Activities and the Water Resources Information System (WRIS). The Secretary was briefed on the Automatic Weather Stations (AWS) and Automatic River Level Sensors (ARL) established under the ADB’s Grant, which play a vital role in real-time monitoring and data collection for effective water management across the province.

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Balochistan Water Resources Development Sector Project

The Balochistan Water Resources Development Sector Project, financed by the Asian Development Bank (ADB), is a strategic initiative designed to enhance the management of land and water resources in the province. Its core objectives are to increase agricultural productivity, elevate farm incomes, and strengthen the institutional capacity of the Government of Balochistan. A key project outcome will be the development and modernization of approximately 16,592 hectares of irrigated land, which includes the establishment of 1,839 hectares dedicated to khushkaba (rainwater harvesting) systems to bolster climate-resilient farming practices.

BWRDS Project Components

Irrigation Infrastructure & Watershed Protection

Construction of new irrigation sub-project and improvement of existing irrigation infrastructure and protection..
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Command Area Development

Development of command area in the new and existing irrigation sub-projects. Total command area to be benefited by the project is 21,737..
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Institutional Capacity Strengthening

This output will support the (i) provision of consulting services for detailed engineering design, construction supervision..
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Impact Of The Project

138 women -led small scale income generating lives stock Agri business launched
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127 farmers provided solar powered drip irrigation system for high value agriculture on 103 ha. of land
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Two (02) olive oil extraction plants established olive oil extraction plants are being distributed and installed in
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How is Balochistan Adapting Climate Resilient Structure

The catastrophic monsoon events of 2022 and 2024 provided a test for the project. Despite rainfall reaching 239% above normal in Balochistan and 318% above normal in Sindh in 2024, BWRDSP schemes withstood flood discharges nearly 70% above their original design capacity, confirming their climate resilience
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How Digital Systems Are Transforming Water Management in Balochistan

BWRIS and AWS are helping farmers and planners use every drop wisely in Pakistan’s most arid and water-scarce province.
Chronic water scarcity, declining groundwater levels, and limited surface water storage have undermined both agricultural and socioeconomic development. Traditional irrigation systems, such as the karez, have deteriorated due to over-extraction and poor maintenance. The absence of integrated data systems has further hampered planning and coordination among provincial agencies. These conditions have been compounded by climate variability, including erratic rainfall, recurring droughts, and flash floods, highlighting the need for climate-smart and data-informed management strategies.
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